Immigration

Immigration

Moving to and living permanently in another country. Also, a government department dealing with applications from foreign citizens who wish to live in a host country.

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renewal of a visa

Immigration; US visa

Nonimmigrant visa applicants who currently have a visa, and are seeking renewal or revalidation of their visa for future travel to the U. S. must apply abroad, generally in their ...

revalidation of a visa

Immigration; US visa

Nonimmigrant visa applicants who currently have a visa, and are seeking renewal or revalidation of their visa for future travel to the U. S. must apply abroad, generally in their ...

in status

Immigration; US visa

It’s important to understand the concept of immigration status and the consequences of violating that status. Being aware of the requirements and possible consequences will make ...

returning residents

Immigration; US visa

Lawful permanent residents who want to return to the U. S. after staying abroad more than one year or beyond the expiration of their re-entry permits. For more information, ...

orphan

Immigration; US visa

A child who has no parents because of death, disappearance, desertion or abandonment of the parents. A child may also be considered an orphan if the child has an unwed mother, or ...

re-entry permit

Immigration; US visa

A travel document that the DHS issues to lawful permanent residents (LPR's) who want to stay outside of the U. S. for more than one year and less than two years. LPR's who ...